Last week marked the exciting kickoff of The Empowerment Experience, and let me tell you, it's been quite the journey already! During our virtual gathering on Tuesday, as we all came together to embark on this empowering adventure, something really resonated with me.
Our dear Kinzie shared a thought that has been swirling in my mind ever since. They challenged us to consider our own definitions of success within the context of this program. Rather than adhering to a predefined path, Kinzie urged us to carve out our own routes of what success might look like for each of us, individually, in the Empowerment Experience.
For me, this revelation was liberating. I realized that success isn't about doing every single thing exactly right but rather embracing what truly matters to us individually. So, I made a commitment to engage deeply with the journal prompts, recognizing that they will guide me towards my unique aspirations.
A photo of the Empowerment Team this past summer when we met for a team retreat. Kinzie is taking a selfie that includes Libby off to the left and then David, Hel, and Donnie in the background.
Success is a deeply personal journey. It's not about fitting into someone else's idea of achievement but about discovering what ignites our passion and purpose. Whether it's the thrill of work that we enjoy, the warmth of community bonds, or the fulfillment of empowering others, success takes on myriad forms.
In our gathering, Kinzie offered a valuable reminder: when assessing our progress in The Empowerment Experience, we should refer back to our own vision of success, not anyone else's. Life is ever-changing, and so are our aspirations. It's all about staying adaptable and embracing growth.
This week, these words have been a lifeline for me, and if you resonate with them too, I'm grateful you've joined me in this journey. Together, let's embrace the beauty of our individual paths to success.
—Libby (from the Empowerment Team)